path armies and his cunning

Sivak Draconian

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

. Sivaks can magically change their features to mimic the appearance of those they’ve slain. This allows these cunning soldiers to sow confusion and despair among their enemies. When sivaks are

combination of warped alchemy and the Dragon Queen’s foul magic. The Dragon Armies closely guard the secret of the draconians’ creation, allowing Krynn’s metallic dragons to continue to think their eggs are being held hostage so they don’t oppose the Dragon Queen’s conquests.

Dracophage Subject

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

disintegrates.Kapak draconians are created using copper dragon eggs. These cunning opponents relish striking foes who are distracted or unaware. Kapaks often coat their weapons with their paralytic saliva

’s foul magic. The Dragon Armies closely guard the secret of the draconians’ creation, allowing Krynn’s metallic dragons to continue to think their eggs are being held hostage so they don’t oppose the Dragon Queen’s conquests.Poison

Kapak Draconian

Monsters Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

", "rollDamageType":"poison"} poison damage.Kapak draconians are created using copper dragon eggs. These cunning opponents relish striking foes who are distracted or unaware. Kapaks often coat their

alchemy and the Dragon Queen’s foul magic. The Dragon Armies closely guard the secret of the draconians’ creation, allowing Krynn’s metallic dragons to continue to think their eggs are being held hostage so they don’t oppose the Dragon Queen’s conquests.Poison

Blue Abishai

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

, wall of forceSeekers of forgotten lore and lost relics, blue abishais are the most cunning and learned of their kind. Their research into occult subjects gleaned from tomes plundered from across the

delivering a message to cultists. Others have greater responsibilities, such as leading large groups, assassinating targets, and serving in armies. In all cases, abishais are fanatically loyal to Tiamat

Traag Draconian

Monsters Monstrous Compendium Vol. 2: Dragonlance Creatures

successful save, the creature takes half as much damage and is pushed to the nearest space out of the draconian’s path. A creature can be affected by this draconian’s Flaming Carnage only once

, the Dragon Armies created traag draconians, the precursor to what would become baaz draconian foot soldiers. Unlike their draconian brethren, traag draconians are little more than bloodthirsty

Baphomet

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

Labyrinthine Recall. Baphomet can perfectly recall any path he has traveled, and he is immune to the maze spell. Legendary Resistance (3/Day). If Baphomet fails a saving throw, he can choose to

minotaur with six iron horns. A fiendish light burns in his red eyes. Although he is filled with bestial blood lust, there lies within him a cruel and cunning intellect devoted to subverting all

Kasimir Velikov

Monsters Curse of Strahd

":"piercing"} piercing damage.Kasimir, a mutiliated and grief-stricken dusk elf, has been trapped in Barovia for centuries. His people were on the verge of being annihilated by Strahd's armies when they

led her down a path of evil and deceit. For that reason, Kasimir wants to see the vampire destroyed so that his sister can be rescued from her eternal damnation. Secrets of the Amber Temple. Patrina

Shifter Legacy

Species Eberron: Rising from the Last War

world around them. Do they embrace their primal instincts or the path of civilization? The Beast Within Early in childhood, a shifter forms a bond with a beast within, a totemic force that shapes their

also be a cunning rat who darts through the shadows. Wildhunt shifters are born from any creature that tracks its prey. While the beast within certainly has a physical impact on a shifter, it has a

Titivilus

Monsters Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse

archdevils, he compensates with cunning. A shrewd politician, he has clawed his way up through the ranks to become the second-most powerful devil in Dis, entirely by saying the right thing at the right time

, Titivilus has manipulated everyone along his path to power, either to win them over to his cause or to remove them as a threat. Since gaining his position, Titivilus has convinced Dispater that countless

Baphomet Legacy

Monsters Out of the Abyss

each: dispel magic, dominate beast, hunter's mark, maze, wall of stone 1/day each: teleport Labyrinthine Recall. Baphomet can perfectly recall any path he has traveled, and he is immune to the maze

. Although filled with bestial bloodlust, there lies within a cruel and cunning intellect devoted to subverting all of civilization. Baphomet wields a great glaive called Heartcleaver. He sometimes

Mercenary Veteran

Backgrounds Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide

exchange for gold. Some organizations, such as the Zhentarim, Flaming Fist, and the nation of Mintarn have hundreds or thousands of members and can provide private armies to those with enough funds. A

a crude sense of humor. 8 I face problems head-on. A simple, direct solution is the best path to success. d6 Ideal 1 Greater Good. Our lot is to lay down our lives in

Claugiyliamatar (possessed)

Monsters Divine Contention

up to half its flying speed.The most cunning and treacherous of true dragons, green dragons use misdirection and trickery to get the upper hand against their enemies. A green dragon is recognized by

plants in this area that are neither magical nor creatures, including the thickets described above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the

Adult Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"damage", "rollAction":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to

, usually when no one is watching. Often the rocks obstruct the approach to the emerald dragon’s lair, with boulders moving to block narrow defiles, way-markers tumbling off the path, or smaller stones

Ancient Emerald Dragon

Monsters Fizban's Treasury of Dragons

":"Emerald Embers", "rollDamageType":"fire"} fire damage.Emerald dragons are the most curious, cunning, and manipulative of the gem dragons, wielding psionic power to weave illusions to deceive and

defiles, way-markers tumbling off the path, or smaller stones shifting beneath travelers’ feet to send them tumbling down slopes or into rivers. Thriving Wildlife. Giant lizard;Giant lizards

Grudgel

races

become understood, were formidable warriors with endless thirst for battle. Yet tales of their armies nearly conquering all Etharis are almost certainly the propaganda of fearful outside cultures. Those

physical presence has not diminished since the legends of orc warriors. Yet even where they are most populous among the Valikan Clans, grudgels are no more or less predisposed to battle or taking the path of

Shoggoth (Ancient)

monsters

power, working to hew cities from mountains or trample armies beneath their shifting, iridescent mass. Shoggoths are effectively immortal. Some continue their labors in ruins or dungeons long after the

this knowledge and become as cunning as they are strong. In time, a shoggoth may overthrow its master and become the new leader of a cult. A shoggoth locked away on its own slowly loses its intelligence

Halfling Legacy

Species Basic Rules (2014)

marauding monsters and clashing armies; a blazing fire and a generous meal; fine drink and fine conversation. Though some halflings live out their days in remote agricultural communities, others form

protecting their own lands, they protect us as well.” Exploring Opportunities Halflings usually set out on the adventurer’s path to defend their communities, support their friends, or explore a

Adult Green Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Wing Attack","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.The most cunning and

above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair serve as the dragon’s eyes and ears. Deer and other large game are

Shoggoth

monsters

armies beneath their shifting, iridescent mass. Shoggoths are effectively immortal. Some continue their labors in ruins or dungeons long after the cults that summoned them have vanished while others

serve, they are simple brutes that make excellent guardians, servitors, and laborers. As the years pass and they observe the world, they absorb this knowledge and become as cunning as they are strong

Ancient Green Dragon Legacy

Monsters Basic Rules (2014)

":"2d6+8","rollType":"damage","rollAction":"Wing Attack","rollDamageType":"bludgeoning"} bludgeoning damage and be knocked prone. The dragon can then fly up to half its flying speed.The most cunning

described above. The plants remove themselves from the dragon’s path. Rodents and birds within 1 mile of the dragon’s lair serve as the dragon’s eyes and ears. Deer and other large

Forlarren

Monsters Mordenkainen's Fiendish Folio Volume 1

might present itself as a friendly, agreeable guide that helps travelers survive the Nine Hells. Another is a howling beast that attempts to destroy all in its path. One will show mercy and empathy

, chaotic, and temperamental nature they all share. When its diabolical aspect shines through, a forlarren is a cunning, calculating, and brutal enemy. It might use its natural charm to worm its way

The Dragon Armies

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

The Dragon Armies The Dragon Queen’s forces are organized into five Dragon Armies. Draconians fill the ranks of each, though the armies’ numbers also include humans, goblins, hobgoblins, ogres, and

staggering advantage not seen on battlefields for over a thousand years. The Dragon Queen has elevated her five most cunning and devout followers to the rank of dragon highlord, each commanding one of

The Dragon Armies

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

The Dragon Armies The Dragon Queen’s forces are organized into five Dragon Armies. Draconians fill the ranks of each, though the armies’ numbers also include humans, goblins, hobgoblins, ogres, and

staggering advantage not seen on battlefields for over a thousand years. The Dragon Queen has elevated her five most cunning and devout followers to the rank of dragon highlord, each commanding one of

Khur Joins

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Khur Joins Early 349 AC The Green Dragon Army was dispatched to the steppes of Khur to subdue the tribes there. Rather than fight a protracted campaign, Ariakas allowed the cunning Khur leader Salah

accepted and pledged his people to Takhisis, adding to the Dragon Armies’ ranks. Few can say whether he did so to further his own ambitions or to spare Khur a long, bloody conflict, but many Khur view Salah-Khan as a traitor to his people and fiercely resist the Green Dragon Army’s occupation.

Khur Joins

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen

Khur Joins Early 349 AC The Green Dragon Army was dispatched to the steppes of Khur to subdue the tribes there. Rather than fight a protracted campaign, Ariakas allowed the cunning Khur leader Salah

accepted and pledged his people to Takhisis, adding to the Dragon Armies’ ranks. Few can say whether he did so to further his own ambitions or to spare Khur a long, bloody conflict, but many Khur view Salah-Khan as a traitor to his people and fiercely resist the Green Dragon Army’s occupation.

Orc Legacy

Species Volo's Guide to Monsters

the plane of Acheron. It is there in the afterlife where the chosen ones will join Gruumsh and his armies in their endless extraplanar battle for supremacy. Gods of the Orcs Orcs believe their gods

created the orcs and continues to direct their destiny. He is aided and abetted by the other warrior deities, Bahgtru and Ilneval, who bring strength and cunning to the battlefield. The followers of all

Other Demons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Other Demons Demons of sufficient cunning and power can bestow boons, using the boons’ recipients as pawns. A demon can grant a special trait based on its type, as shown below. Balor Fiery Soul. This

can perfectly recall any path it has traveled. Marilith Serpentine Reaction. This creature can take an extra reaction each round, but this reaction can be used only to make an opportunity attack. Nalfeshnee Guarded Mind. This creature is immune to the frightened condition.

Other Demons

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

Other Demons Demons of sufficient cunning and power can bestow boons, using the boons’ recipients as pawns. A demon can grant a special trait based on its type, as shown below. Balor Fiery Soul. This

can perfectly recall any path it has traveled. Marilith Serpentine Reaction. This creature can take an extra reaction each round, but this reaction can be used only to make an opportunity attack. Nalfeshnee Guarded Mind. This creature is immune to the frightened condition.

Miska

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

snaps shut and binds Miska once more. Miska isn’t idle while trying to free himself. He commands the armies of spyder-fiends and other demons through his spyder-fiend battle leaders, the raklupises

. Miska’s other spyder-fiends (see appendix A) defend him and implement the demon lord’s complex strategies. Yet Miska’s position is precarious. While he’s a cunning general, he’s unable to command his

Miska

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Vecna: Eve of Ruin

snaps shut and binds Miska once more. Miska isn’t idle while trying to free himself. He commands the armies of spyder-fiends and other demons through his spyder-fiend battle leaders, the raklupises

. Miska’s other spyder-fiends (see appendix A) defend him and implement the demon lord’s complex strategies. Yet Miska’s position is precarious. While he’s a cunning general, he’s unable to command his

Cult of Levistus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

pledge their souls to him a single chance to escape from danger, but some cunning folk strike a deal with Levistus, pledging their souls to him in return for escape at a future date. This boon takes

the form of the Path of Levistus trait. Path of Levistus. This creature magically teleports to a location of Levistus’s choice within 1 mile of its location. Using this ability also restores all of the

Cult of Levistus

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

pledge their souls to him a single chance to escape from danger, but some cunning folk strike a deal with Levistus, pledging their souls to him in return for escape at a future date. This boon takes

the form of the Path of Levistus trait. Path of Levistus. This creature magically teleports to a location of Levistus’s choice within 1 mile of its location. Using this ability also restores all of the

Paladin Legacy

Classes Basic Rules (2014)

has taken him or her away from adventuring for a time, every paladin lives on the front lines of the cosmic struggle against evil. Fighters are rare enough among the ranks of the militias and armies

BREAKING YOUR OATH A paladin tries to hold to the highest standards of conduct, but even the most virtuous paladin is fallible. Sometimes the right path proves too demanding, sometimes a situation calls

Baphomet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

cunning and physical power. He grants his rank-and-file followers the Unerring Tracker trait, and cult leaders gain the Incite the Hunters trait. All of his devotees also gain the Labyrinthine Recall

a Short or Long Rest). As an action, this creature allows each ally within 30 feet of it that has the Unerring Tracker trait to make one weapon attack as a reaction against the target of that ally’s Unerring Tracker. Labyrinthine Recall. This creature can perfectly recall any path it has traveled.

Baphomet

Compendium - Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes

cunning and physical power. He grants his rank-and-file followers the Unerring Tracker trait, and cult leaders gain the Incite the Hunters trait. All of his devotees also gain the Labyrinthine Recall

a Short or Long Rest). As an action, this creature allows each ally within 30 feet of it that has the Unerring Tracker trait to make one weapon attack as a reaction against the target of that ally’s Unerring Tracker. Labyrinthine Recall. This creature can perfectly recall any path it has traveled.

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